There are honestly the worst beaters I've ever used, and these aren't lightweight, they're around average weight. Just save up and buy some detanators ( some of the best beaters ever - #1 in my opinion ) or some Tama Wood Beaters.

This beater is indeed light weight compared to the one on my PDP402 double bass pedal(its like a DW beater) I just got this today (5/8/09) and I put it on my pedal, its a blast, it has a nice rich,deep bass drum sound. I recommend you use the felt side. This beater is AWESOME! I would recommend this beater to any one who wants a lighter beater, or just a new one. Great job Gibraltar!

These are not lightweight beaters, there was no difference from my old beaters. The felt side is really nice and the plastic side is ok. I use the plastic side because the felt side produces a muffled sound with my Remo Falam Slam Pads. Overall these are good beaters if you need new ones.